Hilda Oakley

Australian author and poet

Archive for April 12th, 2013


   Apr 12

Jenny and Ivan

From the very minute she was born and placed in the arms of her mother; Jenny was destined to be special.  The midwife who delivered her said, “This is a bonnie wee bairn.  She will go far!” As she grew, her pretty blonde ringlets framed her beaming face.  At school, she was a hard worker, […]

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   Apr 12

Rescued

On hearing a noise outside, Emily raced downstairs.  She had been burgled twice before and wasn’t going to let it happen again! Grabbing the rolling pin, she flung the door wide open. At first it seemed no-one was there, until she heard a soft cry coming from a basket that had been placed on the […]

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   Apr 12

A ‘Delight’ Song of Colours

I am a small part of the vast, yet unique universe of God’s creation I am here on Mother Earth I am here as she gives birth I am multiplying I am growing deep inside I am crowded within I am looking for a way out I see the light at the end of the […]

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   Apr 12

A Troubled Heart

Deep down in the valley, lonely and forlorn Darkness consumed Kate’s soul. Storm clouds resounded overhead, Threatening, shaking the blackened heavens.   Uncontrolled negative thoughts invaded her mind, A feeling of hopelessness, despair Her mind trapped in a deep, dark abyss. Would anyone listen to this lost, depressed soul?   Teetering on the very edge […]

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   Apr 12

The Darkest Night

A news report flashed across the telly.  “Long term prisoner Reginald Radcliffe has escaped from the local prison.  He was sentenced to ten years on a charge for murder.  It appears he escaped by hiding in a prison laundry wagon that was heading back into town!  He is highly dangerous and could now have a […]

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